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40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - Scott D - 08-22-2020

I recently picked up a 40-155 with a broken dial cord.  Does anyone know where I can find a guide for how to restring this model, or one of its equivelants (like the 40-150) that has the dial cord set up.  

I have the path that is on the Rider page for these models, but its a little more vague than I would like.

I'd like something that shows me the proper path and length.  Is that asking too much.  I found nothing to really help me as I searched the internet this afternoon!

I can guess at things, but perfer not to do so.  

Thanks for your help!

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - NostalgiaRadioTime - 08-22-2020

You probably already found this PDF, but here is the actual Philco service information for your set. There is a basic restringing guide illustrated:

https://philcoradio.com/library/download/service%20info/yearbooks/1940/split/Part48-Philco%201940%20RMS%20Year%20Book.pdf

Unfortunately, as many of us have found, restringing a missing or broken dial is often trial and error. Mostly error. You're lucky to have found ANY re-stringing diagram, however vague it may be. Certain radio brands do have better guides than others but many (read most) have none at all. I have found some with the length of the cord laid out straight posted, but not often. I did the dial a few years back on my 40-180, but I neglected to document the path and length. Patience is a virtue, so if it gets frustrating, take a break and try it again some other time. Each time you try it (make sure you have a lot of extra cord on hand) you will get a little closer to the needed outcome. Good luck!

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - Scott D - 08-22-2020

Thanks, Greg. The diagram is similar to the one in Riders. I guess I'm resigned to trial and error.... and buying extra cord. One more opportunity for character building and growth, right? Thanks again.

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - RodB - 08-23-2020

I found this one in Beitmans, see if it works.
   

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - NostalgiaRadioTime - 08-23-2020

Rod: That's the exact same one as what is shown on the Philco service info, so that must be the "go to" diagram.

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - Scott D - 08-23-2020

Thanks Guys! I learning how to the perfection loop knot and have the original cord. So, I have an idea of it's actual length.

I'm in the process of ordering some new cord from Bob's in LeGrange Park.

One other question - it looks like I have to take off the dial glass mounting bracket so I can get to the cord wheel that's hidden. Sound right?

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - NostalgiaRadioTime - 08-23-2020

>> it looks like I have to take off the dial glass mounting bracket so I can get to the cord wheel that's hidden. Sound right?

I don't recall doing that on my 40-180 (the console version of your set), but if it makes it easier to get to I don't see why not. Other than you'll need the dial glass on to align the dial pointer properly.

RE: 40-155 dial cord restringing guide??? - radiodale - 09-06-2020

Start with an extra foot or so of dial cord, follow the diagram and cut off the remainder at the spring.